Brighton and Hove · England
BBQ Catering for Aldrington
A catered barbecue for events around Aldrington: burgers, ribs and brisket with salads and potatoes, served by our staff.
- Evening wedding food
- Community fun days
- Summer parties in the garden
A barbecue near Aldrington
BBQ catering in Aldrington, served hot
For bigger events in Aldrington, a barbecue can sit alongside a hog roast, giving guests both the spectacle and the variety. We can quote for either or both. Whether it is team days and staff summer parties and leaving parties, we will put together a menu of BBQ ribs, chicken skewers and halloumi skewers.
For a barbecue in Aldrington, the garden is often the best venue. Tell us about the drive and the garden, and we’ll bring everything else. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will give you the allergen information for every dish before booking.
- Area
- Aldrington (BN3, BN41, BN42)
- County
- Brighton and Hove
- Menu
- Beef burgers, sausages and chicken skewers
- Also available
- Pulled pork, beef brisket, vegetarian and vegan options
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Before you choose a spot
Most outdoor spaces work for a barbecue with a little planning. Check these:
- Access through a gate or passage wide enough for our kit
- A gazebo, marquee or room indoors as a back-up
- A spot where smoke will not blow into the house or marquee
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Popular choices
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- BBQ ribs
- Beef burgers
- Jacket potatoes
- Beef brisket
- Chicken skewers
- Salads
- Pulled pork
- New potatoes
- Sausages
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Towns and villages near Aldrington
More for events in Aldrington
Barbecue venues around Aldrington
Aldrington is about 1 mile south-west of Brighton and Hove, in Brighton and Hove. Aldrington and the surrounding area are covered for events. Aldrington is one of 30 places in Brighton and Hove where we cater.
Nearby historic houses include Portslade Manor (1.4 miles north-west) and Preston Manor & Gardens (2.1 miles north-east). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on outside caterers and open cooking early. Thinking of a barbecue in Hove Park? Many parks ban barbecues, and catering needs the landowner’s permission, generally the council’s. The South Downs National Park is within about 8 miles of Aldrington. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. With the coast within about 3 miles of Aldrington, wind is the thing to plan for: a sheltered spot keeps the grill steady and the smoke away from the queue.
For events in BN3, BN41 and BN42, we just need to know where the barbecue can cook and a serving time. From Wish Road, Saxon Road and Roman Road or anywhere nearby, we will bring the barbecue to you. If your venue is just outside Aldrington, we also cover Brighton and Hove (1 mile north-east), Hove (1 mile east), West Blatchington (1 mile north-east), Brunswick (2 miles east) and Prestonville (2 miles east). We also serve nearby towns such as Brighton (3 miles east), Carlton Hill (3 miles east), Hanover (3 miles east), Kemptown (3 miles east), Hollingdean (3 miles east) and Whitehawk (4 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Montefiore Hospital (1.7 miles east) and British Engineerium (1.2 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Shoreham Beach and Thundersbarrow Hill.
- Nearby schools include Hove Park School (0.9 miles north-east) and The Drive Prep School (1.2 miles east)
- Local pubs include The Gather Inn (less than half a mile south-west)
A barbecue or other catering?
Compared with ordering takeaway, the cooking is part of the atmosphere, with the smell drawing people over. Midweek and quieter months are often easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest what works.
Why us?
- Barbecue and hog roast together for big events
- Hot food straight off the grill
- A full barbecue menu
- Sides to make it a full meal
See our pricing or our barbecue menu ideas.
Planning for dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Tell us if anyone doesn’t eat beef
- Ask us to label vegetarian and vegan food
- Think about who doesn’t eat pork or beef when choosing the meats
When everyone has eaten, we clear the serving area and pack away, so there’s very little left for you to do.
Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed.
The process
Our chef runs the grill while our staff serve, so service stays steady. When everyone has eaten, we clear the serving area. Evening barbecues in Aldrington need a little planning: it’s light until about 9:20pm in June but only about 7:05pm in late September. Plan lights for the serving area after that.
- First, you send us your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- You get a check on the date and the spot, and a quote.
- We arrive ahead of service and set up under cover.
- We cook and serve when you are ready to eat.
- We clear the serving area and pack away.
Getting ready for the day
- Name a contact for the day
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
- Check there is nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
Getting a price
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so it is easy to compare like for like. Fill in our quote form.
Planning help
What BBQ catering costs
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- How many people are eating
- Site access
- Travel to Aldrington
- Whether you want china
What you choose to eat matters most: a simple menu costs less than one with brisket and ribs, so the quote shows each choice. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Dietary requirements
- Roughly how many people
- Where the event is
Numbers not final yet? Give us your best estimate and we will quote on that, and you can confirm nearer the time. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planners, venues and businesses
If the event is on someone else’s land, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, particularly when timings shift.
About the food
Beef brisket
For beef lovers, brisket is the one to choose, served on a plate or in a roll.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Some guests will be vegetarian, so halloumi and vegetable skewers ensure they’re not left with just salad.
Perfect for your event in Aldrington
Cooked properly, with raw and cooked food kept apart
In Aldrington and nearby, we cater for all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Birthdays and milestone parties
- Neighbourhood parties
- Work barbecues
- Community fun days
If the day starts at a church like St Philip's Church, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by.
Before booking anyone
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Whether plates or china are included
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- How dietary needs are handled
Your questions about a catered barbecue in Aldrington
Which station is closest to Aldrington?
Portslade station, about 0.6 miles north-west of the centre.
Can you do a barbecue in Hove Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council, and many parks do not allow cooking. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
How many meats should we choose?
Not normally. Mix quick-grilled items with pulled pork or brisket.
Can you cater in Aldrington?
Yes, Aldrington is in our area. Send us the address and we will check the date.
Can it be a sit-down meal?
Yes, on plates with salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
Can you label vegetarian and vegan food?
We can label dishes at the serving table. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Does rain stop the barbecue?
The barbecue cooks under cover, so a shower does not stop it. Plan somewhere dry for your guests to eat.
Is the barbecue cooked on site?
Yes, at your event, on a spot we agree with you. We need a level, open area outdoors with room for the grill and a serving table.
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away